Seasonal variation of zooplankton population in relation to physicochemical parameters in Valkulam pond, Agasteeswaram, Kanyakumari

Abstract

Physicochemical parameters play a vital role to determine the occurrence of zooplankton population. Present study was conducted to assess the relationship between physicochemical parameters and zooplankton population of Valkulam pond. Results showed an increased concentration in physicochemical parameters has an adverse impact on the density of zooplankton in monsoon, where maximum disturbances were recorded. High population of zooplankton was recorded from late postmonsoon to early premonsoon.